Don Hector Jordan passed peacefully on April 17th, 2025. As a young boy, Don was a quiet, shy boy. A dedicated athlete, he enjoyed participating in track, little league, and basketball. After graduation from Douglas High School, he began to come into his own. Don was an early graduate of Cochise College. From Cochise, Don joined the Navy and began the journey of self-discovery and adventure he shared throughout his life. The friendships he made in the Navy remained strong until the end of his life. Upon returning home from the Navy, he continued his education, attending ASU and then UA. He graduated with a Bachelor of Education and later his Masters. His first job as a teacher was on the Navajo Nation in Tuba City. Don thoroughly enjoyed his time working with the Diné youth and their families. He often revisited his time there by sharing stories of adventures of camping trips and classroom activities. Don had a deep love for Douglas, and although he enjoyed teaching in Tuba City, he wanted to return to his hometown. When a position opened at Douglas High School, his alma mater, Don jumped at the opportunity to return home. Although the position was in math, not his major history, Don applied, and he soon became a math teacher. Don took the position with the understanding that once a social studies position opened up, he would be able to shift into that slot. That never happened. Don became a life-long math teacher. In 2007, Don was awarded Douglas's Teacher of the Year. His legacy shows up in former students' posts on Facebook about what a dedicated teacher and great math teacher he was. There are many testimonies on how he helped them, and how he went the extra mile staying after school to offer extra help. His dedication did not stop in the classroom. Don served as faculty sponsor for many clubs that fostered civic pride to include Key Club and Boys State. He encouraged these youth to strive to be their best and to believe in themselves. As a veteran, Don was Douglas Proud! He joined a committee of veterans and community members to build a memorial that would honor all who were killed in war. This memorial was designed and funded by a committee of volunteers that worked hard to honor all from Douglas that gave their all. The memorial sits at the entrance into Douglas. Magnificent! He didn't stop there in his drive to honor Douglas veterans. He was a member of the American Legion. He was a member of the Honor Guard. He was instrumental in bringing the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall to Douglas. When it arrived, he assisted in putting it up, and he even spent a full night keeping vigil over it. Don suffered a massive heart attack which eventually led him to receiving a heart transplant. This did not slow down his commitment to honor veterans. He was a founding member of the military exhibit located at the Gadsden Hotel. The Wall of Faces Exhibit honors over 900 men and women who served during the Vietnam Era. The exhibit has since expanded to include all with ties to Douglas who served in all eras. Don will be missed by many. He leaves behind a sister, Ginny, and his twin brother, Lon. He also leaves many nieces, nephews, and friends. He also leaves behind his beloved cat, Little Joe.   He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Ramon and Lupe Jordan, and sister Wendy. A Native American prayer states that as long as a man's story is told, he will not die. Don's story/legacy is one that will be told, and he will not die. I close this obituary with memories of a brother who I know will be remembered. I know his story will not die. Don, you did good!  In place of flowers a donation could be made in Don's name to the Wall of Faces exhibit (Veterans Commemoration Project) located at the Historic Gadsden Hotel.